Speak like a pro by using this little keyword trick. It turns a stream of information into good communication.

HOW TO TO TRAIN IT

Speak out the following sentence emphasizing the bold words (Make a pause before and after the word and add staccato to the syllables. Exaggerate it a little.)

• What were the key takeaways from our last project?

• What were the key takeaways from our last project?

• What were the key takeaways from our last project?

TRAINING 2

Formulate a message. What’s the keyword? Speak about that message for 45 seconds, and include the keyword as much as possible. Make it stand out.

TRAINING 3

Here’s a smart rhetorical figure that repeats the keyword 5 times. Use this and get heard :

• Headline with keyword: For example: We are implementing roadmaps to align our processes.

• 2-3 “Because-sentences” where you elaborate: 1. When we are aligned, we will safe time. 2. Aligning our processes will reduce misunderstandings. 3. We can safe 25 % of all miscommunication by aligning processes.

• Back to headline: So, the roadmaps are here to align our processes.

Formulate an initiative: (Let’s do X)

Use the keyword-figure to present your initiative using the keyword 5 times.

Rate yourself (1-5 stars)

Record Task 3 using the Memo app. Listen.

How good are you now at making keywords stand out?